Maia

A Sweet Moment Between Friends

October 25, 2023

Yesterday, the “Powerpuff Girls,” Maia, and Guillermina had access to Yard 3 near the barn. Maia was the one who primarily took advantage of that opportunity, enjoying the shade of the large copaiba tree for a standing nap. Around dinner time, Guillermina seemed to be looking for Maia and was…...

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Maia and Guillermina Both Want Foot Work

October 23, 2023

Lately, Guillermina and Bambi have been attempting to share time getting foot work done. Their “competition” for attention is both charming and funny. Until now, Guille has reserved that type of play for Bambi, leaving the others to their own checkups and foot work. ...

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Maia and Guille Get Silly

October 18, 2023

Near the end of the day, the caregivers heard a loud trumpet but weren’t sure exactly who was calling out. They went to check on the elephants and found Maia partially lying down and Guillermina halfway sitting on her. Clearly they were playing. In fact, Guille was scratching her bottom…...

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Happy 7th Re-Birthday, Maia!

October 11, 2023

Today marks seven years since Maia first crossed the threshold from her transport crate and onto sanctuary soil. It’s difficult to fathom that it’s been so many years since Maia and Guida came to Elephant Sanctuary Brazil together. Maia has seen so much change and has lived with great happiness…...

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Maia and Guillermina Go Fishing

October 9, 2023

Maia and Guillermina found themselves together one afternoon and we decided to give them a treat that was also an activity. There were some leftover fruits and vegetables from the morning. We placed some carrots and apples in the water trough, giving them the opportunity to go “fishing” for snacks.…...

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Maia’s Pre-Breakfast Mud Bath

October 3, 2023

While Lady was spending time in the male Asian yard, the other elephants were gathered in Yard 5 between the pond and the barn yards. They were in good spirits and a little rumbly. Everyone was relaxed and very near each other rather than being spread out or situated in…...

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